Florida Panthers Afflicted With Mysterious Walking Disorder

A mysterious neurological disorder is impacting their ability to coordinate their back legs.

Published August 21, 2019•Updated on August 22, 2019 at 7:54 am

Florida wildlife officials are investigating a disorder that causes Florida panthers to have trouble walking.

A video from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission shows the affected panthers walking abnormally, mostly kittens. Trail cameras in three counties identified eight endangered panthers and one bobcat walking with a hitch in their step.

A press release says a mysterious neurological disorder is impacting their ability to coordinate their back legs.